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Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 06, 2025

There are currently 1540 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Brooklyn, NY that range in price from $880 to $7,880. Brooklyn Bridge Park, South Shore Brooklyn and Cypress Hills are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Brooklyn with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Brooklyn Bridge Park721$3,881$2,920
South Shore Brooklyn291$3,130$1,450
Cypress Hills179$2,600$880
Southwest Brooklyn154$2,800$1,550
East Flatbush Wingate97$2,950$1,900
Brooklyn Navy Yard24$5,340$3,800
Industry City22$3,260$3,120
Bay Ridge21$1,975$1,800
Wallabout12$3,567$3,300
Fort Hamilton10$1,950$1,950

Cheapest Available Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
43-08 40th Street1 Bed$2,200
44-08 47th Avenue1 Bed$2,200

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Brooklyn Overview

The most heavily populated of all of New York City's boroughs, Brooklyn stands tall and proud as a focal point of the Big Apple. With many affordable apartments in Brooklyn available to NYC locals, it's not secret as to why this area is home to so many. Comprising over seventy square miles of roadways and housing, Brooklyn is a distinct and growing locale boasting a diverse mix of residents, local businesses and long-established hot spots.

Why live in Brooklyn, NY?

Despite its current tag as a 'hipster haven', Brooklyn remains a hugely popular destination choice for young working professionals for good reason. Offering easy access to the rest of NYC, housing is far more affordable than Manhattan and Brooklyn's diverse population yields a truly one-of-a-kind melting pot of charm and excitement. From indie rock record stores to hip-hop-heavy nightclubs, funky fashion boutiques to world-famous pizza shops on the corner, Brooklyn apartments give residents a life in a city on the move bursting with opportunities.

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Getting Around Brooklyn, NY

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

95 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Brooklyn Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Brooklyn with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Brooklyn is at 43-08 40th Street listed at $2,200.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Brooklyn Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brooklyn is $4,386.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Brooklyn Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Brooklyn is a square feet unit at .

What is the average size for Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Brooklyn is currently 415 sq ft.

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